HR Specialist - Good Shepherd Services

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success.  At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference! 

For Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
• 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time) 
• This positon is in person but will have the flexiblity to work a hybrid schedule as program needs allow.

HR Specialist Job Description

Reports to: HR Manager, Human Resources

Location:    305 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Hours:        35 hours per week/Exempt

Salary:        $55,000-$61,000 Yearly

Major Duties:

• Develop and maintain relationships with program and support departments as the direct point of contact for assigned programs
• Assist candidates through their onboarding process, which includes: creating offer letters, sending onboarding paperwork, collecting and completing I9 documentation, education and applicable certifications for licensed professionals
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team and HR Administrator team to ensure that onboarding process is moving efficiently, and communicate changes within assigned areas, including resignations, declined offers, and safety assessment.
• Elevate any employee concerns or grievance to HR Manager
• Process transactions in ATS and ADP systems, including: new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations. Work with the payroll department to submit documentation by the payroll deadline.
• Manage and respond to general requests and inquires, including managing employee inquiries and communication submitted via email and the HR Hotline
• Maintain updated information and have knowledge of employment policies and practices
• Manage the offboarding process: exit interviews, processing accrual payouts and long term service awards and other related tasks
• Travel to a program site in assigned areas at least 1x per week
• Provide data entry support and report generation
• Assist with planning and coordinating HR events, including Staff Recognition Day
• Co-facilitate New Staff Training
• Perform other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School Diploma required
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience working in an HR Specialist, Generalist, Recruitment, or similar capacity in a Human Resources role
• Experience working with an HRIS system a must; experience with ATS software a plus
• Must have attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Must be proficient in business software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite
• Capability to transition easily between working independently with high degree of self-initiative and contributing as part of a team.
• Able to use public transportation throughout New York City for travel to Good Shepherd locations.

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.